FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sunnyhills Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Sunnyhills Small Business Loans
Sunnyhills unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Sunnyhills Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunnyhills Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within standard company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors to determine the health of your company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner uses an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.